WHAP exams are here! For the next 7 days, Fine Print is releasing unit "cram episodes" that cover all the big ideas for the AP World History exam in short. These episodes will generally be longer than the regular episodes and will be specifically tailored to the WHAP curriculum, although regular listeners will still be able to understand the content.

This Friday, Fine Print continues Part 1: The Mauryan Empire, where we talk about the fall of the Mauryan empire, its causes, and how its decline led to a revival of Hinduism and India and the creation of the Gupta Empire in the following centuries.

This Friday, Fine Print continues Part 1: The Mauryan Empire, where we discover the life of Siddhartha Gautama, his creation of Buddhism, and how Buddhism spread in India and across Asia.

This Friday, Fine Print begins Series 1: India- The Land of Spices. This is episode one of part one- the Mauryan Empire and Buddhism. Today's episode explores the beginnings of the Mauryan Dynasty, as well as its most influential leaders, and how Emperor Ashoka made Buddhism a prominent religion throughout India.

This Friday, Fine Print delves into the world of the Byzantine Empire. From the production of mosaics to the massive spread of Christianity in Europe, today's episode talks about how the Byzantine Empire became one of Europe's most popular and rich empires.

This Friday, Fine Print explores the early beginnings of the Chinese empire. From new ideological beliefs emerging during the era of the warring states, to the Qin dynasty's most important emperor- Shi Huangdi, Fine Print explores the wonders and the most recognized monuments of China's first dynasty.

This Friday, Fine Print delves into the history of the Roman Empire- Europe's longest-lasting empire. Alongside record-breaking statistics, the Roman Empire is known for its magnificent architectural creations and advancements in economic systems. Join us as we explore the depths of this majestic empire and learn more about its rises!

This Friday, Fine Print dives into the beginnings of what we know today as Hinduism, as well as Indian advancements and marvels during the Vedic Age. Join us to explore and learn more about India during the Vedic Age!

In the first episode of Fine Print, we delve into one of the first civilizations in the world, the Mesopotamian Civilization. Famous for being the "land between two rivers," this civilization had a lot to offer and was one of the largest cultural and economic hubs of the era. Join us to learn more about the vast history of Mesopotamia.

Hey, I'm Shreya! I am a junior in high school, and I am really passionate about history! I hope this teaser gives you some insight into who I am, as well as what you can expect to see in this podcast!